6 Some Films That Present Differences in Cultural Values.doc People can learn to look for issues in crossing cultures in popular filmsSome Films That Present Differences in Cultural Values.doc

7 Some Films That Present Differences in Cultural Values.doc Dances With WolvesSome Films That Present Differences in Cultural Values.doc

8 The history of crossing cultures has been the history of confronting differences

9 Research suggests that the path to preparing culturally competent individuals involves both (a) Area Studies. Language, cultural customs, etc.(b) Theoretical Orientation to Culture, including simulations and roleplays.

10 Both are useful. But there are disadvantages to a.It’s hard to find enough experts.Within any national culture are many sub cultures.All cultures are dynamic and constantly changing.

12 Culture is learned behavior, nothereditary or genetic.Culture is the acquired knowledge(not indigenous or instinctual) thatgroups use in order to interpret theworld around them, to generate social behavior, and to decipher the behaviorof others.

13 Culture is everything that is not apart of nature.As an example, a tree is part of the natural world whereas a wooden chair, made from the tree, is part of the multiple inventions and manifestations of culture.

27 “The world in which you were born is just one model of reality“The world in which you were born is just one model of reality. Other cultures are not failed attempts at being like you. They are unique manifestations of the human spirit ”.Wade Davis

28 DefensivenessRecognizing a cultural practice as different but labeling it wrong or inferior.Or, by labeling one’s own practice superior.

29 Our own culture, or sub-culture, comes to us as naturally and unconsciously as our handedness. We generally don’t think about what hand we will use to write our names Changing our cultural point of view is about as hard as changing our handedness. Both are possible, but neither is easy. .

38 Culture Shock and Reverse Culture Shock Presentation.pptThe profound sense of disorientation and discomfort that comes with extended travel or living in a foreign culture markedly different from one’s own.Culture Shock and Reverse Culture Shock Presentation.pptCulture Shock.doc

40 “Some travelers want to go to foreign places but are dismayed when the places turn out actually to be foreign.” Canadian author Margaret Atwood

41 Culture Shock Cycle Adapted from a model by Robert KohlsRotary Youth ExchangeCulture Shock CycleMonthsPre-DepartureReturn …...Normal Level of FeelingsAdapted from a model by Robert Kohls

42 Reverse Culture ShockInitial Euphoria (may be very brief or not happen at all)Irritability and Negativism ( may be very lengthy)Gradual AdaptationTrue Bi-CulturalismGoing Home.docSo You Think You're Home Now.doc

43 Culture Shock and Reverse Culture Shock are not just unpleasant side effects of international living.They are the necessary ingredients that bring about quality exchanges.

47 The Value of Simulations, Games and Related ExercisesWhat they all offer is for participants to simulate the experience of intercultural interaction, including the uncertainty, frustration, and related emotions that arise.Games, Simulations and Other Learning Exercises.ppt

48 The Value of Simulations, Games and Related ExercisesThese exercises are only as valuable as the discussion that follows – where behavioral observations, feelings and learning points are discussedGames, Simulations and Other Learning Exercises.ppt

51 The Theoretical Frameworks:The concept of Culture as a way of perceiving reality.The Experience of Difference Continuum.Dimensions of Culture.Stages of Culture Shock.

52 SHARON: So, Maria, your sister will be graduating in May. Near the Family SHARON: So, Maria, your sister will be graduating in May.MARIA: Yes she is very happy.SHARON: Does she have a job lined up?MARIA: Yes. She’ll be working for the Central Bank.SHARON: Good for her. Has she found a place to live yet?MARIA: Actually, the bank is very near my parents‘ place.SHARON: That's nice. So she’ll be living quite near them.